ECOWAS needs our collective wisdom, not a shared amnesia, by Owei Lakemfa
” In further insulting the intelligence of the West African people, the ECOWAS Heads of State urged the hostage takers in Guinea-Bissau “to ensure transparency and inclusivity in these pivotal processes (and) prioritize inclusivity in all the processes leading to a swift restoration of constitutional order.
The West African leaders spoke tongue-in-cheek when they declared that they are satisfied with “the steady progress made in democratic consolidation and political governance, as well as the relative stability and resilience of the region, amidst increasing geopolitical and geostrategic pressures.
On this, the ECOWAS leaders claim to take note of “the efforts underway in Guinea-Bissau to conclude the country’s political transition through a constitutional referendum slated for 30 August 2026 and the holding of general elections scheduled for 6 December 2026.
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